Theunis Jansen van Rensburg

2 months ago | bandwidthblog.co.za | Data Scientist |Theunis Jansen van Rensburg

YouTube is expanding access to its Communities feature, a dedicated space for creators to connect with their fans directly within the platform. Initially launched last fall, Communities allows creators to post updates, share images, and engage in discussions with their audience, reducing the need for external platforms like Discord.

2 months ago | bandwidthblog.co.za | Data Scientist |Theunis Jansen van Rensburg

OpenAI has introduced a groundbreaking feature for ChatGPT called “deep research,” an AI agent capable of autonomously conducting in-depth research on the internet. This new capability allows ChatGPT to plan, execute, and refine research strategies, effectively mimicking the actions of a human researcher.

2 months ago | bandwidthblog.co.za | Data Scientist |Theunis Jansen van Rensburg

Vodacom Group has reported a significant surge in its financial services business, processing an average of R23 billion in mobile money transactions daily during the quarter ended December 31, 2024. This highlights the growing importance of fintech within the company’s revenue stream. Read: Boom Supersonic XB-1 breaks the sound barrier, a major milestone for supersonic flight Financial services contributed R3.6 billion to the group’s total revenue of R39.5 billion for the quarter.

2 months ago | bandwidthblog.co.za | Data Scientist |Theunis Jansen van Rensburg

The PlayStation 5 Pro, Sony’s high-end gaming console, has been well-received by South African gamers, according to local distributor Gamefinity. Despite supply constraints, sales have met expectations. Read: Boom Supersonic XB-1 breaks the sound barrier, a major milestone for supersonic flight Launched in South Africa in mid-December 2024 at a recommended retail price of R19,499, the PS5 Pro offers enhanced performance with faster frame rates and higher resolutions.

2 months ago | bandwidthblog.co.za | Data Scientist |Theunis Jansen van Rensburg

Meta’s Ray-Ban Meta glasses have achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 1 million units sold. While the exact revenue split between Meta and EssilorLuxottica remains undisclosed, the sales represent a substantial market entry for Meta’s smart eyewear. This figure marks a significant increase compared to the previous generation, Ray-Ban Stories, which sold less than 300,000 units in 16 months.